Bracebridge Mayor Maloney responds to newly announced, so-called "Strong Mayor Powers" in Ontario

May 14, 2025 | jbowler
BB news release

Today, Mayor Maloney issued his first four decisions under the Strong Mayor Powers granted by the Province of Ontario. These initial decisions focus on delegating specific authorities to Council and the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), demonstrating Mayor Maloney’s commitment to collaboration, transparency, and good governance. The delegated powers include:

Image removed. Delegating to Council the authority to appoint or dismiss the CAO;

Image removed. Delegating to the CAO the responsibility to oversee the Town’s organizational structure;

Image removed. Delegating to the CAO the authority over employment matters; and

Image removed. Delegating to Council the authority to establish or dissolve committees, appoint committee chairs and vice-chairs, and assign functions to committees.

These delegations reflect the Mayor’s ongoing commitment to working closely with trusted colleagues and ensuring the Town remains efficient, responsive, and accountable to the community.

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